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DE52 PLZ

2002 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid

Silver Diesel 2171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,104 mi
Last recorded87,104 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 PLZ
MakeSaab
Model9-3 Vector Tid
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,171cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2008 87,104 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Jun 2008 86,830 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 71,047 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 55,947 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3 Vector Tid?

Based on 774 MOT tests across 296 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
7,727
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
296
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 23
Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 9
position lamp(s) not working 7
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DE52 PLZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid in Silver with a 2,171cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 Vector Tid fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE52 PLZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 Vector Tid typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 24 years old, this Saab 9-3 Vector Tid is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE52 PLZ registered?

DE52 PLZ is a 2002 Saab 9-3 Vector Tid, first registered on 13 December 2002.

Is DE52 PLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 PLZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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